extreme weather

[ ik-streem weth-er ]

noun

, Meteorology, Climatology.

1. a period of weather or a weather event that is severe and unexpected or abnormal for the location or season in which it occurs.

Word History and Origins

Origin of extreme weather¹

First recorded in 1570–80

Example Sentences

Despite these targeted efforts, Li said the overall increased amount of phosphorus flowing into rivers is due to the increased frequency of extreme weather events that lead to heavier rainfall and higher river flows -- with that increased flow comes more phosphorus.

From Science Daily

The extreme weather is being caused by climate change.

From NewsForKids.net

Oslo sent out an earlier version in 2018, but Kamfjord said climate change and more extreme weather events such as floods and landslides had brought increased risks.

From BBC

And Norwegians have also recently received a pamphlet urging them to be prepared to manage on their own for a week in the event of extreme weather, war and other threats.

From BBC

The area, including the tourist resorts of Marbella, Velez and Estepona, is expected to take the brunt of the extreme weather phenomenon known as a "Dana".

From BBC